StatLock® CV Plus Pediatric Stabilization Device

Features

StatLock® Stabilization Devices are a more effective alternative to tape in helping improve clinical outcomes, quality of care and economic efficiencies. The StatLock® CV Plus Pediatric Stabilization Device is a teddy bear-shaped pad with a "post and door" design to house the suture wings, along with a "pigtail" pad to retain and organize the catheter lumens.

Do not use the StatLock® stabilization device where loss of adherence could occur, such as with a confused patient, unattended access device, diaphoretic or non-adherent skin, or when the access device is not monitored daily.

Observe universal blood and body fluid precautions and infection control procedures, during the StatLock® stabilization device application and removal.

Suture the StatLock® stabilization device pad to skin if necessary or deemed necessary.

Avoid the StatLock® stabilization device contact with alcohol or acetone, both can weaken bonding of components and the StatLock® stabilization device pad adherence.

The StatLock® stabilization device pad adherence and catheter/tube position should be routinely inspected.

Orient the StatLock® stabilization device so arrows point toward the catheter tip.

The StatLock® stabilization device should be replaced every 7 days.

A StatLock® stabilization device luer-lock connector must be used to secure venous and arterial catheters.

Always apply the adhesive strip to central venous and arterial catheters at or near the insertion site when using a StatLock® stabilization device.

This is a single use device. Reuse/and or repackaging may create a risk of patient or user infection, compromise the structural integrity and/or essential material and design characteristics of the device, which may lead to device failure, and/or lead to injury, illness or death of the patent.

Do not re-sterilize. The sterility of the single use device is not guaranteed following re-sterilization because of an indeterminable degree of potential pyrogenic or microbial contamination which may lead to infection complications. Re-sterilization may compromise the structural integrity, essential material and/or design characteristics and may lead to an unpredictable loss of functionality and/or device failure.

The results demonstrate that the innovative designs of StatLock® stabilization devices provide superlative results in promoting healthcare worker safety and patient satisfaction. The comparative data makes a persuasive case as to why StatLock® stabilization devices are more effective than traditional forms of tape and suture stabilization to achieve the positive outcomes you seek.

Proven to Reduce Complications

StatLock® stabilization device for Peripheral IV Catheter:

Lowers the rate of total IV complications by approximately 67% 5

Decreases IV total complication rate from 48% to 16% 5

Decreases phlebitis rate by approximately 80% 5

Decreases rate of tape-related skin damage which has been documented to be as high as 54% 2,11

StatLock® stabilization device for PICC and Central Line Catheter:

When a sterile securement device (StatLock® stabilization device) has been used routinely, total PICC complications and restarts in a hospital have decreased by 45% 2

The results demonstrate that the innovative designs of StatLock® stabilization devices provide superlative results in promoting healthcare worker safety and patient satisfaction. The comparative data makes a persuasive case as to why StatLock® stabilization devices are more effective than traditional forms of tape and suture stabilization to achieve the positive outcomes you seek.

Enhances Patient Care

StatLock® stabilization device for Peripheral IV Catheter:

Meets the 2006 INS Standards that state "whenever feasible, using a manufactured catheter stabilization device is preferred."31

The results demonstrate that the innovative designs of StatLock® stabilization devices provide superlative results in promoting healthcare worker safety and patient satisfaction. The comparative data makes a persuasive case as to why StatLock® stabilization devices are more effective than traditional forms of tape and suture stabilization to achieve the positive outcomes you seek.

Saves Time and Money

StatLock® stabilization device for Peripheral IV Catheter:

Decreases material costs - 55 fewer IVs per 100 catheter starts5

Saves an average of 29 minutes per IV treatment compared to tape11

May provide hospitals an estimated overall cost savings in the range of $277,000 per year5

StatLock® stabilization device for PICC and Central Line Catheter:

Eliminates the associated costs of needlestick injuries - nearly $3,000 per incident, even when it doesn't result in an infection29

Significantly reduces the cost of maintaining a PICC line and the complication costs associated with the catheter10

StatLock® STABILIZATION DEVICES DELIVER PROVEN PERFORMANCE

The StatLock® stabilization device portfolio is a family of proprietary, mechanical, IV catheter stabilization devices with the proven ability to reduce IV therapy complications, improve nursing efficiency, and decrease the costs of complications.5,11

StatLock® stabilization devices are designed to minimize complications resulting from movement of a catheter and may help to reduce vessel trauma.2,3,27

StatLock® stabilization devices have demonstrated many significant advantages, for both patients and healthcare providers, compared to conventional methods of catheter securement.27

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the StatLock® IV stabilization device appropriate for all patients with PIV's?

Nearly. The StatLock® stabilization device is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to adhesives or tapes. While the StatLock® stabilization device is probably appropriate for more than 99% of your patients; some people have skin that simply will not accept an adhesive-based product – their skin is too flaky, too greasy, or too diaphoretic. Use clinical judgment. Just know that where you can use StatLock® stabilization device, your clinical and cost outcomes will be dramatically improved.

Do I have to use a special skin prep for StatLock® stabilization device IV products?

You do need to extend your insertion site alcohol prep or chlorhexidine prep widely to both sides to cover the securement site. This is a necessary step to cleanse the skin before the StatLock® stabilization device application. Bard Medical recommends the use of the skin prep pad included with the StatLock® stabilization device. The skin prep provides an acrylic layer that protects the skin and enhances adherence of the anchor pad. Performing both of these steps will maximize product performance. When you use the skin prep you'll need to allow it to dry for 10 to 15 seconds and make certain it is dry, meaning smooth to the touch – not tacky. Use your clinical judgment based on assessment of the patient's skin. Just remember, when skin prep is not used the StatLock® stabilization devices may prematurely lift.

Any special tips or instructions for actually snap fitting the StatLock® IV Ultra Stabilization device onto the catheter?

The blue StatLock® stabilization device retainer clip is like an upside-down "V". Therefore, do not inadvertently squeeze it closed by compressing both sides. Instead, just hold one side and snap it over the hub of the catheter.

What do I use the sterile StatLock® stabilization device adhesive foam strips for?

You can use them to:

Stabilize the catheter while prepping and securing with the StatLock® stabilization device by applying the foam strips over the catheter hub

Fashion a J-loop with the IV tubing

Form a cushion under your luer lock spin nut

For extension sets without luer locks, wrap them around the catheter and the extension set connection for added security

Reinforce the StatLock® stabilization devices. They are sterile, tape is not.

What if I need to change the IV tubing, do I have to remove the StatLock® stabilization device first?

If you had a tape-secured PIV, then you would have to remove the tape to change the tubing.

With the StatLock® IV Ultra stabilization device you can keep the stabilization device in place while you change tubing. Simply steady the retainer with the thumb and index finger of one hand while unscrewing the extension set. Remove the set. Then, while continuing to brace the retainer, press-fit and screw in your replacement extension set. For StatLock® IV Select stabilization device, you will need to replace the StatLock® stabilization devices when you remove and replace the tubing – just as you would with tape securement; but this is a rare event offset by StatLock® stabilization device advantages.

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Evidence Resources

We have provided an easy reference to these relevant articles, fact sheets, clinical reviews and clinical studies that examine the clinical, quality and economic outcomes from utilizing a mechanical stabilization device.

Prints of the following clinical studies can be provided by your local representative or by calling customer service at 1-800-545-0890.